A life in the garden

November settles over our allotment like a quiet sigh, the vibrant chaos of summer giving way to a gentler rhythm. The air is crisp, the light golden, and the beds, once brimming with life, now call f

As the crisp winter air rolls in across the Peak District, I find myself reflecting on another rewarding year tending to our beloved allotment. Nestled on the outskirts of our village, this modest plo

REAL readers' gardens! Putting the garden to bed ...

Toby explains why and how he’s still harvesting tomatoes, runner beans and herbs into November

In his final column for the season, Joe Swift looks back at a memorable year — and work for the months ahead

Helping you get your best-ever fruit and veg